Jessica, writes:
Cindy, 2 months ago my husband received a 3 week Oxycontin prescription to deal the pain of a back injury. Because he still suffered from pain and no longer had Oxycontin, he began using Heroin. He sleeps all day and his behavior is erratic. What can I do to help?

Cindy, writes:
Jessica, opiate abuse is a serious problem. First, your husband must undergo a detoxification process to relieve him of withdrawal symptoms. Because detox alone is not treatment for drug addiction he will then have to enter a residential treatment program so that he can learn how to return to a more stable and productive life.

Laura, writes:
Cindy, I am a 46 year old woman who drinks about 2 liters of alcohol a day. I started drinking when I lost my job and my husband and I separated. I know I am an Alcoholic and need to go to rehab. What can I expect at rehab?

Cindy, writes:
Laura, the first step is to stop drinking, so you can enter detox for 48 to 72 hours to deal with withdrawal symptoms. Then you will enter rehab to address abstinence from alcohol. Rehab will help you to abstain by addressing cravings, psychological dependence, and relapse prevention.